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30 Fun Nature Gift Ideas for Kids

December 9, 2019 by Erin Vincent 16 Comments

Do you have a family of nature lovers? If you are looking for fun and engaging nature gift ideas, then I have got some fantastic gift ideas for you! Today I'm sharing our family's favorite nature gifts for kids. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. 30 Fun Nature Gift Ideas for Kids Critter Catching Tools and Nature Exploration Critter … [Read more...] about 30 Fun Nature Gift Ideas for Kids

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Learning Outdoor Adventure Skills with THiNK OUTSiDE BOXES

November 3, 2019 by Erin Vincent 6 Comments

Are your kids interested in survival skills? Perhaps you are looking for resources to help you and your children get outdoors more often. THiNK OUTSiDE BOXES are perfect for kids and their families as they learn about the importance of survival skills while encouraging adventure, and hands-on nature activities. Disclosure:  Please read my disclosure statement for more … [Read more...] about Learning Outdoor Adventure Skills with THiNK OUTSiDE BOXES

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8 Tips for Nature Study

May 4, 2019 by Erin Vincent 17 Comments

Nature study is one of our favorite ways to get outside and learn. It provides us with much needed fresh air, and room to run all while gaining knowledge and insight into the natural world. A nature study doesn't have to be difficult or intimidating. Here are 8 tips to help you make your homeschool nature study a fun and educational adventure! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my … [Read more...] about 8 Tips for Nature Study

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Harvesting Honey with Kids

February 20, 2019 by Erin Vincent Leave a Comment

This week on the farm, we harvested honey from our honeybee hives! That's right, the delicious liquid gold flowed into quart after quart jar leaving us all with a slight sugar rush and feeling like a heat stroke was imminent. Why? Let's just say you can't press honeycomb without heat and without getting the honey on your fingers. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure … [Read more...] about Harvesting Honey with Kids

Filed Under: Beekeeping, Farm, Homeschool, Nature, Science, Unschooling Tagged With: bee unit study, beehive, Beekeeping, Bees, Farm, Farm Life, hands on, hands on activities, harvesting honey, Homeschool, homeschooling, honey, honey bees, Honeybees, honeycombs, Nature, unit study

Chalk Pastel Art Perfect for Forest Nature Study

October 24, 2018 by Erin Vincent 6 Comments

Are your kids' big fans of nature? Did you know that chalk pastel art is a perfect complement to your next forest nature study? *Disclosure:  This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. I received access to the Chalk Pastels Forest Nature Video Art Lessons at no cost in exchange for a review.  A positive review was not required. As always, … [Read more...] about Chalk Pastel Art Perfect for Forest Nature Study

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Exploring Nature with Illustrated Children’s Books

April 8, 2018 by Erin Vincent 7 Comments

Illustrated children's books are a perfect way for kids to explore nature! Let's face it... we can't always get outside for nature study. The weather may not cooperate, or someone may be feeling poorly. Life happens. Maybe you have had a full day of hiking and exploring, and now your children want to extend their exploration of nature with books? Or you may want to simply strew these fantastic … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature with Illustrated Children’s Books

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Nature Game Cootie Catcher

March 5, 2018 by Erin Vincent 7 Comments

Get your kids moving, and observing the natural world around them with this Nature Game Cootie Catcher! The weather is warming, the birds are singing, and I don't know about you, but this mama is ready for some outside time with the kiddos! Since the children LOVED my Harry Potter Origami Sorting Hat Fortune Teller, I thought I'd create something for them with a bit of a nature challenge in … [Read more...] about Nature Game Cootie Catcher

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Hiking Along Horse Creek

November 11, 2016 by Erin Vincent 1 Comment

  This week we decided to take the children hiking. We chose a new trail called Horse Creek that is part of the Cherokee National Forest. This was a beautiful hike full of fall colors and family. A perfect outing in the Tennessee mountains. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Hiking Along Horse Creek My husband and … [Read more...] about Hiking Along Horse Creek

Filed Under: Hiking Tagged With: Fall Colors, Hiking, Homeschool, Nature, nature study, Nature Walk

Our Kayaking and Canoeing Adventure

September 24, 2016 by Erin Vincent Leave a Comment

  Kayaking and Canoeing.... I've been wanting to have just such an adventure with the children all summer! We finally received our opportunity at Warrior's Path State Park here in East Tennessee! We have a homeschool group that meets there every Thursday afternoon for a Ranger led excursion and talk about the local flora and fauna. This week one of the rangers was leading a kayaking and … [Read more...] about Our Kayaking and Canoeing Adventure

Filed Under: Nature Tagged With: adventure, canoeing, kayaking, Nature, nature study, state park

Get Outside & Learn

June 5, 2016 by Erin Vincent Leave a Comment

What do you do when your children are full of energy and bouncing off the walls? If your children are anything like mine, then they are filled with a boundless energy. This natural occurrence can be hard to contain indoors. We like to make our way outside where there are no walls to bounce off of and you know what? It's inevitable that we'll learn a few things in the process. This post may … [Read more...] about Get Outside & Learn

Filed Under: Nature Tagged With: Homeschool, Nature, Outdoors, Play Outside, unschooling

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Welcome! I'm Erin, a homeschooling mom to two very intense kids. Every day I try to find what works best for me and my family. My blog is filled with information to help you explore a child led education while making meaningful connections with your children. Discover favorite read alouds, seasonal books, games, art projects, hands-on activities, and learn to just breathe through the ups and downs of life. I hope these posts will encourage you on your homeschool adventure.

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